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Alternative Treatment for Melasma?

Aside from Triluma, is there a treatment for melasma that works?

Asked 33 months ago by LiadoBrasil in Holland
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How to treat melasma without using hydroquinone

Melasma is usually a recurrent skin condition that can sometimes be difficult to treat. Most importantly, melasma treatment begins with wearing suncreen daily. I recommend at least SPF 50 with UVA and UVB coverage aling with a physical blocker like zinc oxide. Sunscreen does deactivate within about 2 hours so be sure to reapply. There are some skin lightening alternatives on the market. Some studies have shown antioxidants such as vitamin C to help lighten some pigmentation Another is... more
Lori A. Brightman, MD
New York Dermatologic Surgeon
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Melasma treatment

Melasma is an often chronic condition that is not easy to manage. First and foremost, I advise my patients to wear a high-quality SPF 60 sunscreen year round. Next, a combination cream like Triluma can be very effective, and I can compound much stronger fading creams than are available over the counter or that come prepared. Chemical peels carefully performed can sometimes be of benefit, as can laser in some cases. Vitamin C based creams are a useful adjunct as well. Finally, I find the... more
Benjamin Barankin, MD
Toronto Dermatologist
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